Have you noticed how healthy athletes keep dropping dead at a young age?
It’s happened again in recent days, after Guilherme ‘Bomba’ Vasconcelos, a major MMA fighter, passed away aged 38.
At a glance:
- Guilherme “Bomba” Vasconcelos, a Brazilian MMA fighter and ex-boyfriend of singer Demi Lovato, has died at the age of 38.
- Vasconcelos’s family announced his death via Facebook, though the cause of death has not been revealed.
- Vasconcelos was known for his MMA career, participating in 16 fights and appearing on The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil.
Brazilian MMA fighter Guilherme “Bomba” Vasconcelos, best known for his relationship with pop star Demi Lovato and his participation in the MMA world, has tragically passed away at 38. His family confirmed his death on Facebook, but no specific cause has been provided. His uncle, Walter Vasconcelos Jr., expressed heartbreak over the news, noting the athlete’s recent focus on competing in the Jiu Jitsu World League and his dedication to his young daughter, Naomi.
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Vasconcelos, who rose to fame through MMA competitions, was a cast member of The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil, Season 3, and later competed under the UFC and Bellator banners. His MMA career included 16 professional bouts, and he remained an active part of the MMA community, frequently posting about his training and competitions. His last fight occurred in 2019 under Bellator, and he had been battling injuries in recent months.
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In addition to his fighting career, Vasconcelos was in the spotlight for his relationship with Demi Lovato, whom he dated between 2016 and 2017 following her split from actor Wilmer Valderrama. The pair were often seen together during that time but parted ways amicably in mid-2017. Lovato has not commented on Vasconcelos’s passing.
Many in the MMA community, including fellow fighters and trainers, have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Vasconcelos on social media, remembering him as a dedicated athlete and a kind person.
With no specific cause of death announced, we’re all wondering the same question.
And we don’t even need to say it, do we? You know what we’re talking about.